Earth Threads is a vibrant exhibition of contemporary weft-faced woven tapestries, reflecting diverse interpretations of nature's beauty and challenges by the British Tapestry Group South East Region.
Earth Threads is a touring exhibition of contemporary weft-faced woven tapestries. It is the sixth biennial exhibition of the British Tapestry Group (BTG) South East Region. All members of the South East Region were invited to submit a woven tapestry to this exhibition. Earth Threads showcases and celebrates these vibrant and original tapestries from weavers of all levels of experience.
The theme Earth Threads was chosen to be both broad and inspiring. The natural world provides a great source of visual beauty and variety which we can celebrate. It is also challenged by climate change, pollution, and the loss of biodiversity. The theme leads to many different viewpoints and each weaver interprets the theme in their own way.
As a medium, woven tapestry provides an extensive toolbox of materials and techniques. Natural materials such as silk, nettle, linen, cotton, and wool are available in many different colours and thicknesses. Recycled or reclaimed items and other materials such as paper, wire, fishing line and lurex can also be used. These materials can both surprise and challenge the viewer.
Free Weaving demonstration in the Gallery on:
Sunday 28th April
Saturday 4th May
Sunday 12th May
Sunday 19th May
Sunday 26th May
Friday 31st May
Sunday 9th June
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